Mars got into close proximity with Sun and became combust on 07 November 2025 at 00:13 IST and remains combust till 26 March 2026 at 14:39 IST.
Mars loses its strength and is combust when it is within 17° from Sun.
As Mars travels through Scorpio (Vrischika), Sagittarius (Dhanus), Makara (Capricorn) and Kumbha (Aquarius), Sun too travels along with it for 140 days making it lose its prominence.
This is tough time for those born in Aries (Mesha) and Scorpio (Vrischika) ascendant and moon signs.
Also if you are going through a benefic Mars dasa, next 4 months are going to be tough sailing.
Saturn and Jupiter transits during December 2025 – May 2026 is also not helping them.
Mars combustion creates delays, unexpected disputes, legal issues, real estate and rental work getting delayed, being blamed by family members and partners, broken relations.
Between 10-11 January 2026, Sun and Mars will be at same point in 4th quarter of Poorvashada nakshatra in Sagittarius (Dhanus). This is the highest point of Mars combustion.
Avoid confrontations, signing of documents, major financial transactions, entering into new agreements around this date, as mis-directions are possible.
Graha Yuddha or Planetary War effects during December 2025 – January 2026
Mars causes Graha Yuddha or Planetary War in whichever sign present, when it conjuncts other planets in same sign or within 15º distance.
Planets which are behind Mars have lost the planetary war, while planets which remain ahead of Mars have won it.
Until 10 January 2026, Mars stays ahead in this graha yuddha. But after that date, SUN crosses MARS which makes it lose planetary war.
Later, Mercury and Venus also crosses Mars during same month causing its defeat on 18 January 2026.
Stress is experienced by moon signs of Aries, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn and Aquarius.
Politically, this is bad time for India, USA, Canada, Bangladesh, Australia, New Zealand, China, Pakistan, Afghanistan.
Civil war like situation in North East states and border infiltration from Bangladesh cause serious problems.
Terrorist activities and religious clashes increase during November 2025 – February 2026.
Lot of restaurants, fast food centers face heavy losses.
Mars conjunct Rahu and Saturn February – April 2026
Mars transits Aquarius and Pisces during February – April 2026. It will be conjunct Rahu and Saturn during these 3 month.
Mars conjunct Rahu is Angaraka Yoga and during this time, Rahu destroys functional significations of Mars.
Multiple planets in kumbha rasi cause havoc in their lives along with simha rasi.
Pre-planning fails and people around you do no cooperate.
Excess heat in body, indigestion, insomnia, boils and pimples on skin can be experienced.
Bomb blasts, earth quakes, volcano eruptions, land slides, terrorist attacks happen everywhere.
Mars conjunct Saturn in Pisces causes blood related diseases, accidents, injuries, cuts and wounds by sharp objects, vehicle repairs during March-April 2026 for meena, mithuna, kanya rasi born people.
Mars Combust and Graha Yuddha 2025-2026 – Effects on 12 Moon Signs
Aries (Mesha) : Lot of uncertainty about future prevails. Financial situation goes out of control.
Pressure of loans, job and family create health problems. Legal, bank and real estate issues cannot be resolved during these 5 months.
Taurus (Vrishabha) : Health of a family member demands your attention.
Profession does not offer any satisfaction but most of you will be forced to work for various obligations.
Money will be spent for interior decoration, education of children, health of spouse and an elder.
Gemini (Mithuna) : Busy period ahead but with no satisfaction.
There will be enough money but no time to spend. Life ambition remains unfulfilled, which drives more frustration.
Cancer (Karkataka) : There can be some losses and expenditure due to spouse or partner.
Travel is fetching but desired position at work will elude you.
Postpone all your plans regarding new house, car etc.
Leo (Simha) : Differences with parents and colleagues possible.
Financially good time but refrain from spending unless absolutely necessary.
Also avoid self driving and use public transport.
Virgo (Kanya) : You will spend some lonely days due to mistake done in the past.
People close to your heart cause more pain. Criticism at work should be taken in lighter vein.
Your popularity increases as opponents get weaker.
Libra (Thula) : Spouse and siblings causes humiliation in public.
Health does not cooperate during travel. Food allergies are possible.
Control over diet is necessary.
Scorpio (Vrischik) : Your own judgement and planning will go haywire.
Matters relating to money, legal issues, real estate, debts and banks remain pending.
Health suffers due to tensions and unplanned journeys. Money is spent like tap water.
Sagittarius (Dhanus) : You will be scared for no reason. Kids and loved ones go against your wishes.
Blood pressure varies and injuries possible.
Maintain strict diet and focus on rebuilding what is lost recently.
Capricorn (Makara) : Tough situations will pass after February 2026.
Matters regarding repair or maintenance at home or vehicles should be postponed until summer of 2026.
Taking care of mental and physical health is necessary during these 140 days.
Aquarius (Kumbha) : During January when Mars is in highest point of combustion and loses graha yuddha 2026, life will be toughest to handle.
Legal issues, loss of reputation, delays in all undertakings, bad name due to arrogance or mistakes done in past can happen.
World moves faster than you anticipated and by the time you catch up, it will be too late.
Pisces (Meena) : Except for matters related to money, everything else looks in control.
You need to diversify financial investments and go for unconventional planning.
Differences with elders in family possible but this is the time for spiritual enlightenment.